Reward issued for information on cat death

CHESTER — Following the fatal bludgeoning of a family cat in the town of Chester, the New York State Humane Association has issued a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the responsible party or parties.

The alleged attack occurred on or about July 2 in the vicinity of Foster Flats Road.

According to a veterinary autopsy, the cat suffered a skull fracture and a broken jaw, and as a result had to be euthanized.

Officials at the Warren County SPCA maintain that these injuries are not consistent with wounds generally found on animals who have been struck by cars or involved in fights with other animals, but rather with those of an intentional bludgeoning with a blunt object.

Intentionally violent attacks on companion animals are felonies punishable by a term in state prison and a substantial fine.